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Old Sep 27, 2010, 09:47 PM
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Originally Posted by PT52 View Post
I can totally relate to that. I would go on a writing frenzy - if I got stuck, I'd just start another story. Even managed to finish a few. A lot of what I'm learning now is that the talent is still there, but like you, muddled in my head. Creative writing exercises are great and you can find lots of them online. Taking a writing workshop helps, too. You have a deadline (which really helps me stay focused) and you get feedback from the other students, plus give feedback on their stories.
I'm the same way - I start stories and stop when I get stuck because when I'm manic I'm too impatient and unfocused. Same goes for writing music... Haven't really finished anything except for school papers (non-creative writing). Deadlines do help but when I'm manic sometimes I can't even focus long enough to get something in on time... UG!

Working out helps because it allows you to burn off some of your extra energy.

I'll let you know if I discover anything else that could be particularly useful!

-L